Recovery Coach & Peer Support Specialist

Northeast Valley Health; California; On-site; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Valley Health Corporation seeks a Peer Support Specialist to join the Behavioral Health Services team in California. The PSS will support patients in the MAT program, conduct assessments, triage needs, and help individuals engage in recovery with empathy and respect.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of recovery, CALMHSA training and successful certification, plus strong English communication skills; Spanish is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with recovery from substance use disorders.
• Minimum 2 years of recovery.
• Complete 80 hours CALMHSA training within 40 days of hire.
• Pass CALMHSA certification within 60 days of hire.
• Fluency in English; Spanish preferred.
• Able to work a flexible schedule.
• Excellent oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Engage patients in MAT program and ensure adherence.
• Conduct assessments and triage as needed.
• Provide empathy, support, and encourage patients to initiate change.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Bilingual English/Spanish

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

CALMHSA 80 hours training

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) system

Job description

Northeast Valley Health Corporation seeks a Peer Support Specialist to join the Behavioral Health Services team in California. The PSS will support patients in the MAT program, conduct assessments, triage needs, and help individuals engage in recovery with empathy and respect.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of recovery, CALMHSA training and successful certification, plus strong English communication skills; Spanish is preferred.